Tipsy Cake

If you have a pound cake that is quickly going stale then have I got a recipe for you! Made with brandy and wine this is not your average poke-hole cake, this one is strictly for the big boys. From the Lubec Women's Club and oh what these women cook up when no body's watching!

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 8-9

Ingredients

• 1  lb  stale plain  butter pound cake
• 6  ounces brandy
• 12  ounces sherry wine
• 1⁄2 lb  blanched almond, halved
• 3  cups  your favorite custard

Directions

1. Blend wine and brandy together. Make holes in the cake with a skewer and pour liquor over cake. Let is seep through cake. Stick the almonds all over the cake then cover with your favorite custard sauce.
2. Let sit in a cool place about 30 minutes before serving.